No Answers » - Asked by Danteshwari Bhaskar - on September 6th, 2009 at 5:30 pm - filed under Medical Conditions

The blood haemoglobin count is less than the regular levels, thus causing anemia. The haemoglobin molecule is an oxygen carrier in our body system. It is found in the red cells. When haemoglobin is less than the affected person gets less oxygen supply in his or her body. It causes listlessness and fatigue and can lead to several medical complications.

A person suffering from anemia will not have a radiant look. Rather he or she will appear pale. The skin will not glow as in the case of healthy person.

Causes of Anemia

Deficiency in iron.
Sudden blood loss.
Improper diet.
Conceiving child causes iron deficiency leading to anemic conditions.
Genetic.

Symptoms of anemia

Weakness.
Listlessness.
Fatigue
Lethargy.
Dizziness.

Acute stage Symptoms:

Short breath.
Palpitations.
Sourness of mouth as well as gums.
Headaches.
Pale skin.

Who are susceptible to this health condition?
Anybody can be prone to this health problem. Pregnant women suffer from it. The elderly also experience this health condition. Children and teenagers can also be anemic. People who suffer from rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, cancer, as well as kidney problems have anemia.

Prevention of anemia

Proper diet containing iron, vitamins and minerals.
Vitamin supplements.
Food items such as meat, spinach, eggs, fish, cheese poultry and milk.One can also have broccoli, wheat germ, pulses. These contain folic acid and help in iron absorption.

Anemia can be taken care of by improving one’s diet and ensuring that one has sufficient iron intake.